Key Applications:

Industrial steam turbines and light-duty gas turbines without the need for enhanced anti-wear performance.
Hydroelectric turbine lubrication.
Centrifugal and axial dynamic turbo-compressors and pumps where an R&O (Rust & Oxidation) type or turbine oil is recommended.

Performance Features and Benefits:

Strong Oxidation Control: The use of inherently stable base oils combined with an effective inhibitor package provides high resistance to oxidative degradation. This results in extended oil life, minimizing the formation of aggressive corrosive acids, deposits, and sludge, thereby reducing operating costs.
High Resistance to Foaming and Rapid Air Release: Formulated with a non-silicone anti-foam additive, Shell Turbo T 32 effectively controls foam formation. This feature, coupled with fast air release from the lubricant, reduces the possibility of issues such as pump cavitation, excessive wear, and premature oil oxidation, enhancing system reliability.
Positive Water-Shedding Properties: Shell Turbo T 32 exhibits robust demulsibility, allowing excess water—common in steam turbines—to be easily drained from the lubrication system. This minimizes corrosion and premature wear, lowering the risk of unplanned maintenance.
Excellent Rust and Corrosion Protection: It prevents the formation of rust and guards against the onset of corrosion, ensuring equipment protection following exposure to humidity or water during operation and shutdowns, thereby minimizing maintenance.

Typical Physical Characteristics:

Viscosity @40°C: 32 cSt
Viscosity @100°C: 5.45 cSt
Viscosity Index (VI): 105
Density @15°C: 840 kg/m³
Pour Point: -33°C
Flash Point (Open Cup): 215°C
Total Acid Number: 0.10 mg KOH/g
Air Release @50°C: 4 minutes
Water Separation: 15 minutes
Oxidation Stability – TOST Life: 10,000+ hours
Oxidation Stability – RPVOT: 950 minutes minimum

Shell Turbo T 32 is available in various packaging options, including 209-liter steel drums and 20-liter plastic pails, to suit different operational needs.